The definition of bravado is behavior by a scared person that shows courage. An example of bravado is showing false confidence while interviewing for a job for which you are unqualified. A false show of courage. A show of bravery or defiance, often in order to make a false impression or mislead someone.

What does it mean when someone is bravado?

Bravado is an appearance of courage or confidence that someone shows in order to impress other people. "You won't get away with this," he said with unexpected bravado. Synonyms: swagger, boast, boasting, swaggering More Synonyms of bravado.

How do you use bravado in a sentence?

1. He behaved aggressively out of bravado. 2. Take no notice of his threats they're sheer bravado.